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HT53 LFP

2004 Renault Grand Espace

Beige Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

100,702 mi
Last recorded100,702 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Renault Grand Espace72,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 LFP
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 100,702 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2026 100,692 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 99,843 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 98,547 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 97,515 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 95,538 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 95,538 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 93,716 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Nov 2020 93,714 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 91,654 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 90,382 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 90,382 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 May 2017 88,938 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jun 2016 87,717 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 84,834 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 78,795 miles

Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 78,795 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 64,615 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 64,612 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 56,396 miles

O/S/R Tyre on 3 mm

Both Front Tyres on 3 mm

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake Pads Wearing low

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 49,910 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 42,597 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 35,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 29,606 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 29,606 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

o/s/r tyre condition of sidewall

Pass 3 Apr 2007 22,356 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Grand Espace?

Based on 167,170 MOT tests across 12,195 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
7,518
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,269
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,240
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,803
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,490
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,497
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HT53 LFP is a 2004 Renault Grand Espace in Beige with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2004 Renault Grand Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 72,044 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Grand Espace fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 9,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HT53 LFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Grand Espace typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Renault Grand Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HT53 LFP registered?

HT53 LFP is a 2004 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is HT53 LFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT53 LFP shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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